Childminder in Croydon

This provision meets requirements

n The childminder explains how she will gather information about children's likes and dislikes before they start. She understands the need to establish close bonds with all children. She recognises how this will help children feel secure and settle quickly in her care. n Through discussion, the childminder explains how she will provide a curriculum that supports children's learning. She describes how she will provide a broad range of activities for children of different ages and stages of development. The childminder understands how to monitor children's development, and plan for their individual needs and interests. n The childminder demonstrates a good understanding of how to safeguard children. She describes possible signs that may indicate when a child may be at risk, for instance, from abuse and exposure to extreme views or behaviours. The childminder knows what her responsibilities are. She knows the steps she will

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take if she has a concern about a child in her care. n The childminder has high expectations for children's behaviour. She discusses how she will use suitable strategies to manage children's behaviour. The childminder knows how to help children to develop respect for each other. She explains how she will work in partnership with parents. The childminder understands the importance of keeping parents up to date with their children's learning, so they can continue to support children's learning at home. n The childminder understands the importance of evaluating her practice. She describes how she will gather feedback from parents and her assistant. She understands the importance of continuing her professional development and supporting the assistant to reflect on her practice. n The childminder understands the importance of supporting children's healthy lifestyles. She discusses how she will plan menus which will encourage children

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This provision meets requirements

to make healthy choices. The childminder encourages children to be active with lots of access to outdoor play. For instance, visits to parks, museums and toddler groups. She understands how this will help develop children's well-being and social skills.

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This provision meets requirements

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2572376 Local authority Croydon Inspection number 10249054 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 0 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020. She lives in the London Borough of Croydon. She operates her service Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 6pm. She holds a relevant childcare level 3 qualification.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in her evaluation of the provider. n The inspector met with the childminder to discuss the service she intends to offer and how she plans to evaluate its effectiveness. n The inspector and the childminder discussed her knowledge of the learning and development and the safeguarding and welfare requirements. n The inspector sampled documentation, including the childminder's qualifications, evidence of her suitability and documents she intends to use to promote children's learning and welfare. n The inspector viewed the areas of the premises that are available for children's use. The childminder spoke about how she organises the environment and the learning opportunities she will provide for children.

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Inspection activities

14 October 2022 We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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14 October 2022 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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